Eric, I'm close to finishing my field rescue truck. It was in about the same shape as your truck. I've been at mine for a year and 2 months. I'm retired but didn't work on it full time.
I did both electrolysis and blasting. Blasting is faster.
The more you take apart the more rust you will find.
Your budget, time schedule and skill level will determine the direction you take.
Check my progress photos.
Wayne,
Nice work and you've made a lot of progress in a short time. Being in Florida helps.
EricJ,
If you make even half the progress that Wayne did in a year, then you guys are putting me to shame. Either way, have fun with it.
I value the advice given to me as I started my truck resto 11 months ago.
1. Don't take it all apart without a plan.
2. Stick to your plan as much as possible.
3. Know what your skills are.
4. The Stovebolt folks are here to help.
Every time I reach an "I've never done this before" step, I always read the factory service manual. Then after I've done as much research on the subject that I can, I ask others on the Stovebolt for advice too.
Do it safely and the right way and you'll be proud of the results. YOU CAN DO IT!
